WHO WE ARE

Astrum Care provides consultation and products to caregivers that are engaged in caring for individuals with all types of dementia. The founder is a registered nurse with more than forty years of experience in healthcare. For the last twenty years, the founder was privileged to witness and direct services and care using state of the art, compassionate treatment for hundreds of adults with end-stage dementia and coupled with support for their caregivers. These experiences provided the inspiration to create this service company.

Astrum Care realizes that the caregivers require the knowledge, tools and support to meet the needs of their loved ones. Through this website, on-line education and other services, Astrum assists those who are involved on a daily basis.

“At ASTRUM Care, we provide what you need to know about education programs, consulting services, and customized specialty products for patients and their caregivers.”

THE EMOTIONAL NEEDS

It is important for families and loved ones to know that every individual has emotional needs that are frequently misunderstood in the advanced stage of dementia. While many individuals may not be able to speak or may exhibit behaviors that are not understood, support may be offered that will give them great comfort. Frequently, individuals no longer recognize the family members, which may create a high level of discomfort for the family member attempting to engage the patient. Family members, loved ones do not need to talk a lot, simply being there, touching the patient’s hand or shoulder creates a presence and communicates caring.